Opinion

Half of British Columbians think the amount they pay in provincial income tax is too high.

I was in layout last Wednesday when I got tipped that The Local Weekly was shutting down. After firing off an email to the publisher, I walked down the hall to tell the reporters. The news was greeted with shock, concern, and sober reflection.

Premier John Horgan continues to draw fire for his admonishment of young people over their perceived attitudes towards public health protocols.

Editor: There were some early frustrations expressed in this newspaper about the booking process for COVID vaccinations.

Editor: I applaud any increase to the pathetic income assistance rates (frozen for years by the B.C. Liberals).

Editor: In your editorial of March 26 ( “Time to turn the page on ice” ), Sechelt Coun.

Editor: I worry about the chilling effect of the $900 fine levied against the owning corporation of Block 7 Gospel Rock for damaging protected trees.

Editor: To me the postal code change is a large SNAFU. It’s nonsensical and is only causing confusion, anger, frustration, and ill will. It is time consuming and extremely difficult for people with disabilities and no Internet access.

Editor: This letter was sent to Gibsons mayor and council. The story of the Workers’ Memorial in Dougall Park is an example of the way we continue to build community in Gibsons.

Editor: I am noticing people so frightened about money that they are losing perspective in this time of COVID-19. An economy is just a society’s agreement of how to distribute wealth.